Foundation Level

• Best For: Beginners looking to learn the foundational tasks of a barista and operate espresso equipment safely.
• Required Prerequisites: None.
• Recommended Prerequisites: Introduction to Coffee.
• Assessment & Certification: Written exam (Passing score: 60%).

Learn the essential practical skills needed behind the espresso bar. This course introduces you to the differences between coffee species, how to set your grinder, fundamental espresso extraction techniques, milk foaming and texturing, basic latte art, and essential customer service and hygiene practices.

Intermediate Level

• Best For: Individuals with basic barista experience wanting to improve quality, speed, and understand the science of espresso extraction.
• Required Prerequisites: None.
• Recommended Prerequisites: Introduction to Coffee and Barista Skills Foundation.
• Assessment & Certification: Written exam (70%) & Practical exam (Must pass each section).

Enhance your barista skills, coffee quality, and workflow efficiency. Dive deeper into how coffee origins and processing impact flavor. You will learn to use a refractometer, calculate brew ratios, master milk composition and SCA latte art standards, prepare multiple beverages efficiently, and manage workspace stock.

Professional Level

Master the advanced science and business operations expected of a head barista. This expert level explores advanced espresso machine technology (temperature, pressure, and boiler systems), complex water chemistry, milk science (lipolysis and proteolysis), advanced free-pour latte art, recipe design, and cafe financial management.

• Best For: Experienced baristas (12+ months) aiming to maximize drink quality, manage teams, and design comprehensive beverage menus.
• Required Prerequisites: Barista Skills Intermediate.
• Recommended Prerequisites: Barista Skills Foundation and Brewing Intermediate.
• Assessment & Certification: Written exam (80%) & Practical exam (Must pass each section).